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M&M sales rise 15% YoY to 115K vehicles in September, 64K SUVs sold

Mahindra & Mahindra on Thursday reported a 15 per cent year-on-year rise in overall auto sales for the month of September at 1,14,874 vehicles, including exports. In the Utility Vehicles segment, Mahindra sold 64,092 vehicles in the domestic market, a growth of 14 per cent and overall, 1,14,874 vehicles, including exports, it said in a statement. The domestic sales for commercial vehicles stood at 30,420 in September, registering a growth of 14 per cent. "In September, SUV sales clocked 64,092 units with a growth of 14 per cent, and total vehicle sales stood at 1,14,874, a 15 per cent YoY growth. "Adding to this momentum, we are proud to have crossed the milestone of 1 lakh billing of our Electric Origin SUVs since launch," Velusamy R, President, Automotive Business, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, said.

M&M sales rise 15% YoY to 115K vehicles in September, 64K SUVs sold
Updated On : 01 Oct 2026 | 10:13 AM IST

Rural India's auto demand holds despite weak rains in August: Fada data

Two-wheeler production grew 15.2% overall as scooters, typically more urban-weighted, grew faster at 26.7% than motorcycles at 9.1% domestically, even as motorcycle exports rose 33.4%

Rural India's auto demand holds despite weak rains in August: Fada data
Updated On : 28 Sep 2026 | 8:17 AM IST

One year of GST 2.0: Bharat shines, small car sales revive in auto sector

According to Fada, most of the revival happened in small-car sales due to better-performing rural markets

One year of GST 2.0: Bharat shines, small car sales revive in auto sector
Updated On : 21 Sep 2026 | 11:33 PM IST

PV inventory climbs as dealers prep for festivals, keep discounts in check

PV dealer inventory rises to 38-40 days ahead of the festive season, but discounts remain contained as automakers balance stock and demand

PV inventory climbs as dealers prep for festivals, keep discounts in check
Updated On : 21 Sep 2026 | 10:47 PM IST

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches rise 36.5% to 439,309 units in August

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches from companies to dealers rose 36.5 per cent year-on-year to 4,39,309 units in August, industry body SIAM said on Tuesday. Passenger vehicle dispatches were at 3,21,901 units in August 2025, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) said in a statement. Total two-wheeler sales increased 10.5 per cent to 20,34,698 units last month, as against 18,41,954 units in August last year, it added. Three-wheeler dispatches were up 22.8 per cent in the previous month at 93,764 units as against 76,324 units in the year-ago period, it added.

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches rise 36.5% to 439,309 units in August
Updated On : 15 Sep 2026 | 11:46 AM IST

Electric PV and e2W sales rise on-year, dip sequentially in August

VinFast climbs to 4th, Hyundai's registrations more than double

Electric PV and e2W sales rise on-year, dip sequentially in August
Updated On : 09 Sep 2026 | 7:29 AM IST

Royal Enfield sales rise 11% to 126K units in Aug on strong domestic demand

Motorcycle maker Royal Enfield on Tuesday reported an 11 per cent growth in total sales in August at 1,26,479 units, as compared to 1,14,002 units in the same month last year. Domestic sales last month were at 1,14,204 units as against 1,02,876 units in August 2025, also registering a growth of 11 per cent. B Govindarajan, Managing Director - Eicher Motors Ltd. and Chief Executive Officer - Royal Enfield, said, "August was another growth month for us, continuing our strong sales momentum and setting a robust foundation as we head into the festive season in India." He further stated, "Our key international markets also continued on a strong growth trajectory during the month.

Royal Enfield sales rise 11% to 126K units in Aug on strong domestic demand
Updated On : 01 Sep 2026 | 4:07 PM IST

Hyundai Motor India sales rise 8.8% in August on record domestic demand

Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Tuesday reported an 8.8 per cent rise in total sales at 65,796 units in August. The total monthly sales comprised domestic sales of 54,396 units, up 23.6 per cent year-on-year, and exports of 11,400 units, the company stated. Tarun Garg, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd, said, "We continue to sustain strong growth momentum in FY2027, with domestic sales growing by 12.6 per cent YoY during the April-August period. Our August domestic sales of 54,396 units (23.6 pc growth YoY), the highest-ever figure for any August month, reflect the popularity of Hyundai's versatile product portfolio." He further said that while total exports in August were impacted by logistical constraints arising from the ongoing conflict in West Asia and the broader geo-political environment during the month, the company remains optimistic that export demand will continue to be strong in the coming months as the geo-political situation improves.

Hyundai Motor India sales rise 8.8% in August on record domestic demand
Updated On : 01 Sep 2026 | 2:06 PM IST

Tata Motors commercial vehicle sales jump 49% to 44,411 units in August

Tata Motors Ltd on Tuesday reported a 49 per cent growth in total commercial vehicle sales in August at 44,411 units as compared to 29,863 units in the same month last year. Domestic commercial vehicle sales were up 33 per cent at 36,619 units last month as compared to 27,481 units in August last year, Tata Motors Ltd said in a statement. International business volumes were at 7,792 units in August as against 2,382 units in the year-ago month, registering a 227 per cent growth year-on-year.

Tata Motors commercial vehicle sales jump 49% to 44,411 units in August
Updated On : 01 Sep 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

JSW MG Motor India posts 14% rise in August wholesales at 7,508 units

JSW MG Motor India reported a 14 per cent year-on-year rise in August wholesales, reaching 7,508 units, the company announced on Tuesday. The sales volume during August 2025 were recorded at 6,578 units. The company said it continued its strong momentum across both its Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and New Energy Vehicle (NEV) portfolios during the reporting month. JSW MG Motor India last month launched its Tomahawk SUV, built on the company's first SUV on its Multi-New Energy Vehicle platform, ADAPT. The latest SUV model Tomahawk is available in both EV and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) powertrain options. The company has also commenced dispatches of the MG Hector Tomahawk EV to dealerships across India, JSW MG Motor India said.

JSW MG Motor India posts 14% rise in August wholesales at 7,508 units
Updated On : 01 Sep 2026 | 11:23 AM IST

M&M vehicle sales jump 42% to 108K units in August on high SUV demand

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd on Tuesday reported a 42 per cent jump in total vehicle sales to 1,07,648 units in August compared with the same month last year, driven by SUV sales, which grew 50 per cent year-on-year in the domestic market. The overall auto sales for August 2026 stood at 1,07,648 vehicles, a growth of 42 per cent, including exports, the company said in a statement. In the Utility Vehicles segment, the company said it sold 59,257 vehicles in the domestic market, registering a growth of 50 per cent year-on-year. Overall, it sold 61,167 utility vehicles, including exports. It said domestic sales of commercial vehicles stood at 27,415 units, registering a year-on-year growth of 22 per cent. "Demand continues to remain strong across our portfolio, with the updated Scorpio-N and BE 6 SPORTEQ receiving strong market response from customers. We look forward to building on this momentum during the festive season," the company said.

M&M vehicle sales jump 42% to 108K units in August on high SUV demand
Updated On : 01 Sep 2026 | 10:56 AM IST

Festival stocking lifts July auto wholesale dispatches; 2W exports jump 28%

Passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers posted double-digit growth in July, while two-wheeler exports rose 27.7 per cent as the auto industry entered the festive season

Festival stocking lifts July auto wholesale dispatches; 2W exports jump 28%
Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 11:18 AM IST

Passenger vehicle dispatches rise 34.3% YoY to 457.8K units in July: Siam

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches from companies to dealers rose 34.3 per cent year-on-year to 4,57,810 units in July, industry body SIAM said on Thursday. Passenger vehicle dispatches were at 3,40,772 units in July 2025, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) said in a statement. Total two-wheeler sales rose 22.6 per cent to 19,23,483 units last month, as against 15,69,120 units in July last year, it added. Three-wheeler dispatches to dealers were up 33.4 per cent last month at 92,560 units as against 69,403 units in the year-ago period, it added.

Passenger vehicle dispatches rise 34.3% YoY to 457.8K units in July: Siam
Updated On : 13 Aug 2026 | 11:38 AM IST

M&M's July auto sales rise 26% to nearly 104K units; tractor sales up 20%

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd on Saturday reported a 26 per cent rise in total auto sales at 1,03,860 units in July 2026. Utility vehicle sales in the domestic market stood at 60,048 units last month as against 49,871 units in July 2025, registering a growth of 20 per cent. Domestic sales for commercial vehicles stood at 25,204, a growth of 23 per cent, it added. Total exports in July stood at 4,070 units as against 2,774 units in the same month last year, up 47 per cent, the company said. The overall growth reflects all-round demand traction across the portfolio, M&M Ltd CEO, Automotive Division, Nalinikanth Gollagunta, said.

M&M's July auto sales rise 26% to nearly 104K units; tractor sales up 20%
Updated On : 01 Aug 2026 | 1:51 PM IST

JSW MG Motor India's July dispatches rise 22% to record 8,158 units

JSW MG Motor India on Saturday reported a 22 per cent rise in dispatches to dealers at 8,158 units in July, posting its highest-ever monthly wholesale numbers. The new energy vehicles (NEV) portfolio recorded its highest-ever wholesale volumes in July 2026, contributing more than 80 per cent of the company's total sales, JSW MG Motor India said in a statement. "This strong performance, coupled with another month of robust retail sales, demonstrates the strength of our diverse portfolio and our ability to meet evolving customer aspirations," JSW MG Motor India Managing Director Anurag Mehrotra said.

JSW MG Motor India's July dispatches rise 22% to record 8,158 units
Updated On : 01 Aug 2026 | 11:29 AM IST

Q1 results preview: Higher costs may squeeze margin of auto companies

OEM revenue is expected to rise 22-29 per cent in Q1FY27, led by strong vehicle demand, exports and premiumisation, while higher input and freight costs are likely to squeeze margins

Q1 results preview: Higher costs may squeeze margin of auto companies
Updated On : 20 Jul 2026 | 11:01 PM IST

Auto retail sales jump 22% in June, fastest growth in three months

Record June retail sales across vehicle segments underscore resilient consumer demand, supported by GST changes, rural momentum and rising adoption of alternative-fuel vehicles

Auto retail sales jump 22% in June, fastest growth in three months
Updated On : 06 Jul 2026 | 11:13 PM IST

Bajaj Auto total sales up 28% to 463,202 units in June, exports jump 47%

Bajaj Auto on Thursday reported a 28 per cent year-on-year increase in total sales, including exports, to 4,63,202 units in June. The Pune-based automaker had sold 3,60,806 vehicles in June last year, Bajaj Auto Ltd said in a regulatory filing. Total domestic sales, including commercial vehicles, stood at 2,09,837 vehicles units in the previous month, up 11 per cent from 1,88, 460 units in June 2025, the company said. Total exports during the month under review rose 47 per cent year-on-year to 253,365 units, compared with 172,346 units in the corresponding month last year. Total two-wheeler sales, including exports, rose 30 per cent year-on-year to 389,395 units in the previous month. Of this, domestic two-wheeler sales stood at 166,956 units, up 12 per cent from the same month last year, while exports increased 49 per cent year-on-year to 222,439 units, Bajaj Auto said. Total commercial vehicle sales in June 2026 increased 18 per cent year-on-year to 73,807 units, it added. For

Bajaj Auto total sales up 28% to 463,202 units in June, exports jump 47%
Updated On : 02 Jul 2026 | 10:22 AM IST

M&M total sales jumps 37% to 106,207 units in June on strong demand

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) Ltd on Wednesday reported a 37 per cent increase in total sales, including exports, to 1,06,207 units in June, compared with 77,742 units in the same month last year. The company's domestic SUV sales rose 28 per cent year-on-year to 60,393 units during the month from 47,306 units in June 2025, M&M said in a statement. Commercial vehicle domestic sales stood at 26,076 units in June, registering a 35 per cent year-on-year growth, the statement added. Meanwhile, in a separate statement, the Farm Equipment Business (FEB) of the Mahindra Group reported total tractor sales of 59,935 units in June 2026, up 12 per cent from 53,392 units in the corresponding month last year. Within this, domestic sales logged 12 per cent growth year-on-year to 58,177 units from 51,769 tractors in June 2025, it said. "While it is early to assess the full impact of emerging El Nino conditions, strong government interventions like sustained fertiliser subsidies and targeted ..

M&M total sales jumps 37% to 106,207 units in June on strong demand
Updated On : 01 Jul 2026 | 10:41 AM IST

High petrol prices give EV shift fresh charge, Fada sees record adoption

EV penetration across segments touched an all-time high of 11% in May, compared with around 7% for the full FY 2025-26

High petrol prices give EV shift fresh charge, Fada sees record adoption
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 10:39 PM IST